(Getty Images) NSF to fund university AI research centers in adult education, STEM learning Eleven institutions are to receive $20 million over five years as they seek to accelerate AI research and applications across a range of uses. Aug 6, 2021 By Emily Bamforth
(Getty Images) Career development firm Emeritus buys STEM bootcamp company for $200 million With the purchase of iD Tech, Emeritus executives said they'll span K-12 and career development education at universities. May 19, 2021 By Emily Bamforth
(Getty Images) How esports can build academic skills and career readiness Commentary: edWeb.net’s Michele Israel makes a case for promoting gaming in schools alongside traditional sports. Jan 30, 2020 By Michele Israel
Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam (Governor of Virginia Ralph Northam / Flickr) Amazon HQ2 deal propels computer science education in Virginia Responding to growing demand for technical talent in Northern Virginia, Gov. Ralph Northam has announced agreements with 11 universities. Nov 11, 2019 By Colin Wood
(Girl Scouts of the USA) How Girl Scouts built a cyber challenge that made girls feel included In computer science classes that are often mostly boys, girls say finding a place in STEM is tough. The Girl Scouts are asking students how to fix… Nov 7, 2019 By Betsy Foresman
(Getty Images) Partnerships key in federal 5-year plan for STEM workforce A recent report that also emphasizes transparency and interdisciplinary work provides educators and policymakers a roadmap to expand STEM learning. Jan 23, 2019 By Ryan Johnston
EdScoop STEM education gets $320 million boost from PwC The global consulting company aims to reach 10 million students over the next five years. It follows a recent 00 million STEM commitment from Verizon. Apr 6, 2018 By Patience Wait